# Oxycodone Hcl (OxyContin)

Source: https://ourhealthnetwork.com/drugs/oxycodone-hcl
Data: FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA, refreshed periodically

## What is Oxycodone Hcl?

Oxycodone Hcl (brand name: OxyContin) is an opioid analgesic. It is prescribed to treat postoperative pain. Across the United States, 136,000 doctors prescribe Oxycodone to approximately 2.5 million Medicare patients, making it one of the 50 most prescribed drugs in America.

## Brand names

OxyContin

## Indications

Oxycodone Hcl is primarily prescribed for the treatment of postoperative pain.

## Conditions treated

- [Postoperative Pain](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/postoperative-pain)

## Mechanism of action

changing the way the body senses pain and by cooling the body

## Drug classification

- Established Pharmacologic Class: Opioid Analgesic
- Route of administration: ORAL

## Common side effects

asthenia, constipation, dizziness, headache, insomnia, nausea, pruritus, somnolence

## Sources and disclaimers

- FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA dataset
- This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.

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